Sledgehammer Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 Bottle:12 Firm reduction makes the nose

Firm reduction makes the nose difficult to assess

the whisky was transferred into a freshly emptied bourbon cask for two years

A finely tuned yet rich entry to the palate and a juicy mouthwatering middle with continued notes of cherry

This final ageing process is necessary to put the finishing touch to the subtle balance between the ingredients

The 2014 Riesling Piesporter blends the higher vineyard sites in Piesport such as Günterslay and Grafenberg

Sledgehammer Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 Bottle:12 Firm reduction makes the noseThe Sledgehammer Cabernet Sauvignon is a deep crimson color in the glass. Aromas of blackberry, currants and spicy notes of clove and cinnamon are prominent in the wine. This Cabernet is rich and smooth with a fullbodied mouthfeel and loads of flavor on the palate. Juicy dark fruit, ripe plum and baking spice flavors are powerful. The fruit forward style of the wine is balanced with smooth tannins and notes of crushed blackberry on the long finish.